CHAPTER 31: CHAPTER 31: THE PRINCESS AND THE KNIGHT

Ruan Li looked at the friend request from Lu Mufeng on the Smart Brain and clicked accept.

[Lu Mufeng: Little Li, the military department will have some matters in the coming days, and I’ll have to leave for a while. I hope you can think it over during this time and give me an answer.

Ruan Li: Okay, take care.]

Ruan Li closed the Smart Brain. In fact, she already knew the answer.

And that is, no.

Lu Mufeng is "Ruan Li’s" older brother, not her older brother.

If they interact more in the future, Ruan Li believes that Lu Mufeng will definitely notice something amiss.

Xu Mo saw Ruan Li finish replying and said as he sat beside her, "The amusement park is here; I’ve read rave reviews on the Star Network and I’m not sure if you’ll like it."

Ruan Li closed the Smart Brain and looked up at Xu Mo. His fox-like eyes were captivating, and his lips curved into a smile, making him appear quite approachable.

"Alright."

The two of them stepped off the aircraft one after the other.

After queuing for a while at the ticket gate, Xu Mo took out a parasol from the Space Hub, opened it, and held it over Ruan Li.

It was summer, and the sun was quite scorching.

Ruan Li glanced at Xu Mo, who was holding most of the parasol over her, and saw his arm turning red from the sun. She felt a pang of guilt and discreetly moved a few steps closer to him.

Xu Mo caught the small female approaching out of the corner of his eye, and the corners of his lips curled up slightly.

He opened the Smart Brain, which showed the entire amusement park map and the queue lengths for the rides.

"Ruannuan, can you handle some thrilling rides? Like haunted houses, giant swings, roller coasters, or do you prefer something more relaxing, like hot air balloons, cloud walking, or immersive role-playing..." Xu Mo spoke as he scrolled through the screen.

Ruan Li’s eyes scanned the various entertainment options and finally landed on the immersive role-playing, "How is this one played?"

"You need to enter a gaming pod, connect your mental senses, and you’ll be transported to a pre-set ancient temple script. However, the NPCs in this game are highly intelligent," Xu Mo explained.

Ruan Li’s eyes lit up. So advanced!

"Let’s try this one first. It’s sunny outside, so let’s start with an indoor game."

As they walked under the same umbrella, occasional accidental touches were inevitable.

The heat caused a thin layer of sweat to form on the tip of Ruan Li’s nose. Fortunately, her makeup was light; otherwise, she feared it might come off.

The amusement park had quite a bit of greenery, but not much shade for relief from the sun.

After walking about one to two kilometers, they finally reached the immersive experience hall.

Upon entering, a wave of cool air instantly dispelled the heat from their bodies. Xu Mo put away the umbrella and went to the front desk with Ruan Li.

Staff: "Do the two of you have a preferred script?"

Ruan Li looked down at the detailed electronic explanations displayed on the counter, spotting a script that piqued her interest [Beast and Princess], which was about a heroine about to marry a prince but falling in love with her knight before the wedding. Not wanting to part with the knight, she persuades him to be her secret lover, but the knight turns dark...

"This one is indeed quite different..." Xu Mo finished reading the summary, his eyes showing faint interest.

"Alright, let’s go with this one. By the way, in this script, am I playing the heroine and he the knight?" Ruan Li asked.

The staff nodded: "Yes, the entire story involves only the two of you, and the remaining NPCs will act based on your actions."

It sounds quite intelligent.

The staff guided the two to the gaming pod, "Please lie down in the pods. After closing the pod door, it will automatically connect to your mental link. If you experience discomfort or want to end early, simply tap ’exit’ in the top-right corner to log out. The game time is 60:1, meaning sixty minutes in-game equals one minute in the real world. Enjoy your experience."

Following the instructions, Ruan Li lay in the gaming pod, which was semi-transparent, allowing her to see Xu Mo beside her when she turned her head.

Perhaps sensing her gaze, Xu Mo looked at her and smirked.

"The game will begin shortly. Please close your eyes, players."

———

"Your Highness, the knight waits at the door." The maid stood at the entrance, saying.

A clear scene gradually emerged before Ruan Li’s eyes, revealing a room full of intricate colors with a medieval European style.

She glanced around, noticing vases adorning the bedroom. She sat at a dressing table, applying bright lipstick with a shy face, like a girl waiting for her lover.

So, the knight outside must be Xu Mo?

Ruan Li dismissed the maid at the door, watching as a figure dressed in a blue and white knight uniform approached. His clothes fit snugly, accentuating his broad shoulders, with golden fringes swaying lightly. A silver-edged belt cinched the outfit at the waist, outlining a perfect physique.

The lower part fit even... as Xu Mo moved more freely, a noticeable difference could be seen.

Ruan Li withdrew her gaze, looked outside the door for anyone else, and then closed it.

"This feels too real," she murmured, even pinching her arm to find the pain shockingly clear.

Xu Mo, however, took her hand, leaning down to plant a kiss, "Good evening, Your Highness."

Ruan Li awkwardly drew back her hand, asking, "Do we need to follow the main storyline roughly?"

Xu Mo’s red eyes curved, "The NPCs here follow pre-set programs. To have a better experience, it’s best to follow the storyline prompts."

Ruan Li glanced at a prompt on her left: Have the knight kneel and massage your feet.

Her cheeks flushed, "Xu Mo, what’s your storyline prompt?"

Xu Mo: "Expressing love, obtaining the princess’s promise."

Alright, Ruan Li’s mind began visualizing an X-rated drama.

She squeezed the hem of her dress, her voice slightly low, "Xu Mo, my legs hurt. Could you massage them for me?"

After speaking, she sat on the bed, her eyes glistening as she curiously observed Xu Mo’s reaction.

Xu Mo assumed, given Ruan Li’s typically shy nature, that he might need to take the initiative, but unexpectedly...

He stepped forward, intuitively kneeling on one knee, placing Ruan Li’s foot on his knee. His slender, well-defined fingers supported the shoe, slowly removing it, revealing the lace stockings enhancing her delicate foot, fitting perfectly in his palm.

The simulated scent in the game felt particularly real.

A subtle fragrance, like smoke, continuously wafted into his nostrils.

Xu Mo controlled the pressure as he massaged, kneeling in front of the princess, his red eyes pure and sincere, "Your Highness, did you summon me so late to give you a massage?"

His thumb gently pressed her ankle.

"I heard that you are to wed a prince from another country. Is this true, Your Highness?"